The return of Mike Tyson to boxing was not great at all. The legendary pugilist suffered a tough defeat against Jake Paul last November, and now he has revealed whether he wants to retire with a loss.
In the history of boxing, Mike Tyson is regarded as one of the greatest to ever do it. The American legend was an absolute menace for every rival due to his ferocity and his relentless desire to win each bout.
Tyson announced his retirement in 2005, but he returned to pro boxing last year to face Jake Paul. âIron Mikeâ suffered a tough loss by unanimous decision, adding a rare blemish to his otherwise outstanding record.
Mike Tyson makes final decision on potential return to boxing after tough loss vs Jake Paul
When Mike Tyson announced his return to the ring, most expected it to be an exhibition match. However, Jake Paul convinced him to make it a professional bout, meaning the outcome would directly impact their official records.
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Tyson almost withdrew from the fight due to health issues, but the contest was only postponed a few months. When it finally happened, it was clear the legendary boxer wasnât in condition to face someone 31 years younger than him.
Tyson was exhausted by the third round and stopped throwing punches at Paul. The influencer won by unanimous decision, and many believed he held backâsome even thought he could have knocked out âIron Mike.â
Following his controversial decision to return only to lose, fans began wondering whether Tyson would attempt another comeback to end his career with a win. However, he has no plans to return to the ring and seems to have accepted that retirement is the best option.
Jake Paul honors Mike Tyson after his unanimous-decision win during a heavyweight bout at AT&T Stadium on November 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.
âThe only person Iâm fighting now is my accountant,â Tyson said during an April 11 interview with Menâs Health. âOther than that, Iâm just living life and Iâm doing good right now.â
How much did Mike Tyson earn to fight Jake Paul?
When Mike Tyson agreed to fight Jake Paul, fans were shocked. Many questioned why, at 58 years old, he would return for a professional boutâbut there was a key reason behind the decision.
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According to boxing insiders, Mike Tyson earned around $20 million for the fight. The boxing icon has denied that money was his only motivation, but such a massive payday likely played a major role in his decision to lace up the gloves one more time.
